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Preach Khan Temple
The buddah temple was built in 1191 in dedication to the kings father.
In the 15th century the ppl fled the temple during the war.
All statues in the temple have no heads, they were either stolen by looters, destroyed by the Siamese army or by the Hindu tribes who took over the temple.
It is being restored Now - expected to be complete in July 2011.
All Doors in the temple are low - makes ppl bow as the walk towards the king as a sign of respect.
The king enters from west side of the temple. All doors are tall so now bowing for the king.
The central room of the temple was decorated with gems in the walls and roof, all rubies sapphires. Today there are only holes left from the looters.
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